Plant Labor - Block I

Department: Block, Retail, & Building Supply
Reports To: Plant Manager
Location: As Assigned
FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt (eligible for overtime pay at one‑and‑one‑half times the regular rate for hours worked in excess of 40 per workweek)
Supervisory Responsibility: None
Compensation Grade: TBD – pending compensation grade structure

About the role

The Plant Labor – Block I position supports daily operations of the concrete block production facility through equipment preparation, production monitoring, quality control, and general plant maintenance. The employee ensures that only quality masonry products are produced and made available for shipment, contributing directly to plant safety, environmental compliance, and operational efficiency. Tasks include operating forklifts and front‑end loaders, cleaning mixers, operating the tumbler, and handling, splitting, and flipping block products as needed.

Responsibilities

• Establish and enforce plant‑wide safety protocols and company safety programs in compliance with OSHA, DOT, FMCSR, and applicable local, state, and federal environmental regulations; conduct inspections, follow‑through on corrective actions, and cooperate with the Director of Health and Safety.
• Prepare all required equipment for plant start‑up each morning, verify operational readiness, and report deficiencies to the Plant Manager.
• Perform routine and general maintenance tasks on plant equipment to support continuous and safe operation.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in and around the plant facility, including sweeping, mopping, and emptying refuse containers.
• Monitor concrete block production operations and promptly report irregularities, equipment malfunctions, or safety concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
• Maintain current working knowledge of all masonry products produced and available for sale.
• Observe all applicable federal, state, local, and company safety policies, procedures, and regulations, including consistent use of required personal protective equipment.
• Operate forklifts, front‑end loaders, and related power and hand tools safely and in compliance with established operating procedures.
• Maintain the cleanliness and overall appearance of the plant facility, ensuring a professional and hazard‑free environment for employees and customers.
• Perform mixer cleaning and maintenance duties, including sweeping, shoveling, washing out mixers, and operating the tumbler through the full loading and cubing process.
• Conduct quality control inspections by grading finished block products to ensure only materials meeting established quality standards are approved for shipment.
• Perform a variety of manual labor tasks as directed, including splitting and flipping block products, and support other production activities as operational needs require.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard‑free work area by removing excess materials, sweeping, shoveling debris, returning tools and supplies to designated storage locations, and promptly containing and cleaning up any spilled or excess material in accordance with environmental regulations.

Required qualifications

• Experience with general or routine maintenance tasks in an industrial, manufacturing, or outdoor environment.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks including lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and gripping materials throughout the full work shift.
• Demonstrated ability to follow both written and verbal instructions and to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast‑paced, physically demanding environment.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift and front‑end loader.
• Ability to read, write, distinguish colors, and perform basic tasks requiring visual accuracy.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Preferred qualifications

• Reliable personal transportation to and from the assigned work location.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.

Work environment

• Manufacturing plant – work performed primarily in an active manufacturing and production facility.
• Outdoor exposure – periodic exposure to outdoor conditions during yard, loading, or site inspection activities.
• Moving equipment – regular presence in areas with active heavy equipment, forklifts, and production machinery.
• Dust and particulates – exposure to concrete dust, aggregate, and other airborne particulates inherent to block manufacturing operations.
• Extreme temperatures – potential exposure to hot or cold temperature conditions depending on season and facility area.
• PPE required – use of safety glasses, hard hat, steel‑toed footwear, and hearing protection as required by area.
• Noise level – loud.

Physical demands

• Lifting (maximum): up to 120 lb as required.
• Repetitive lifting: up to 100 lb repeatedly throughout the shift.
• Carrying: approximately 120 lb as required.
• Pushing / pulling: approximately 120 lb as required.
• Pinching / gripping: approximately 120 lb as required.
• Overhead reaching: frequent, as required by task.
• Extended reaching: frequent, away from body as required.
• Sitting: approximately 3 hours per day.
• Walking: approximately 3 hours per day.
• Standing: approximately 6 hours per day.
• Climbing / kneeling: approximately 1 hour per day.

Travel

This position is not expected to require regular travel; however, occasional travel to other plant locations to support operational needs may be requested at the discretion of management.

Schedule

Full‑time; standard hours as required by operational demands. Schedule may vary based on plant operations, production cycles, and business need.